Magnolia Grandiflora Goliath 35 Litre Pot Half Standard

Magnolia grandiflora ‘Goliath’ – Half Standard Evergreen Magnolia with Huge Fragrant Flowers

Magnolia grandiflora ‘Goliath’ trained as a half standard is a striking evergreen feature tree, combining year-round structure with spectacular flowering. Raised on a clear stem with a neatly formed rounded canopy, it creates an elegant focal point for patios, entrances, and formal planting schemes.

The large, leathery dark green leaves have a glossy finish with warm bronze-brown undersides, giving the tree a luxurious and highly ornamental appearance throughout the year. During summer, enormous creamy-white flowers appear amongst the foliage, releasing a rich, sweet fragrance that adds real impact to the garden.

The blooms can reach impressive sizes, making ‘Goliath’ one of the most dramatic flowering evergreen magnolias available. Its structured standard form enhances the display further by lifting the flowers and foliage to eye level.

Supplied in a substantial 35 litre pot, it provides immediate maturity and presence, ideal for feature planting in containers or sheltered borders.

Thriving in a warm, sunny position, it prefers fertile, well-drained soil and benefits from shelter against strong cold winds. Once established, it is hardy and relatively low maintenance, requiring little pruning beyond maintaining shape.

Elegant, evergreen, and highly architectural, Magnolia ‘Goliath’ is an exceptional choice for adding structure, fragrance, and Mediterranean-style luxury to the garden.

Seasonal Highlights

Spring: Glossy evergreen foliage provides structure.
Summer: Huge fragrant creamy-white flowers appear.
Autumn: Evergreen canopy remains dense and attractive.
Winter: Architectural foliage provides year-round presence.

Key Features

Half standard form – Clear stem with rounded canopy.
Huge fragrant flowers – Large creamy-white blooms.
Evergreen foliage – Year-round structure and colour.
Glossy leaves – Luxurious tropical appearance.
Architectural plant – Strong focal point.

Perfect For

Feature planting – Elegant statement tree.
Patios – Ideal for large containers.
Entrances – Framing and structure.
Formal gardens – Architectural evergreen form.
Mediterranean planting – Luxurious evergreen presence.

Growing Tips

Sun/Position: Full sun; sheltered from cold winds.
Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil preferred.
Hardiness: Hardy in milder UK areas; protect when young or exposed.
Care: Minimal pruning required; maintain shape lightly if needed.

Looks Great With

Olive trees – Mediterranean-style pairing.
Topiary – Structured evergreen combinations.
Grasses – Adds movement beneath.
Lavender – Complements warm planting schemes.
Evergreens – Layered architectural planting.